The inaugural higher education podcasters' conference
Chicago, IL
July 12, 2025
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About
Podcasters,  producers, students, and strategists from all faculties and departments

Our mission is to foster a vibrant, collaborative community for higher ed podcasters, where we can share expertise, build connections, and get better at podcasting.

One Keynote. Three tracks. Submissions from a diverse array of top universities and colleges
Pen State University
George Mason University
Stanford University
University of Virginia
Brigham Young University
Mount St. Mary's University
Gardner-Webb University
Pen State University
George Mason University
Stanford University
University of Virginia
Brigham Young University
Mount St. Mary's University
Gardner-Webb University
Keynote

Matt Abrahams

With over 50 million listens, Matt's podcast, Think Fast Talk Smart is one of the most popular podcasts in the world. A lecturer of Strategic Communication at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Matt's keynote is your opportunity to learn from the best!

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Matt Abrahams: Think Fast Talk Smart
For your boss

Education

Become the best podcaster you can be. Learn best practices from successful higher education podcasters who engage their audience – from millions of listeners to stakeholders. Podcasters who share the same kinds of constraints you do.

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For you

Community

Podcasters at universities and colleges are too often alone doing important communications work off the side of their desk. Now is the time to connect with other podcasters whose job is also to communicate with academics, alumni, students, and stakeholders.

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Networking at the conference
Venue

Saturday in Chicago

The conference will be held at the University of Illinois Chicago campus, Student Center East,
750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60607.
July 12, 2025
8:30AM to 7:00PM.

Accomodation

Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown

We've got a special rate just 13 minute walk or a quick car ride away from the conference venue at the Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown.

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Accomodation

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop

We've got a special rate just 15 minutes walk or a quick car ride away from the conference venue at the Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop.

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Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop
Organizing Sponsors
Edu Alliance
EDUP Experience Podcast
Podium Podcast Co.
Technology Sponsors
Podpage
HigherEdPods
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Be a community member

Call for podcasts

EXTENDED to Apr 15

If you would like to present or take part in a panel discussion, download our Call for Presentations PDF and email your proposal to Dean Hoke.

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Sponsor opportunities

We have a number of exciting opportunities for your organization to build your brand and develop real relationships. Contact Joe Sallustio to discuss.

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Planning Council

Help shape this event and this community to be everything it can be. Raise your hand to be on the Planning Council and set the agenda.

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Early-bird now open!
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